Malone used Clippers' comeback as inspiration in Nuggets' win (0:39)
Mike Malone reminded his team about the Clippers' rally versus the Warriors as motivation in Denver's 19-point comeback win against San Antonio. (0:39)
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Lawmakers defend Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell with playful resolution after Shaquille O'Neal comments
Utah lawmakers took a stand Tuesday to defend Jazz star Donovan Mitchell against critiques by Shaquille O'Neal by passing a playful resolution that called out O'Neal.
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How Kobe made Pierce switch from shooting guard to small forward
Paul Pierce tells the story of how Kobe Bryant's speed helped him decide to change positions to small forward.
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LeVert undergoes successful surgery to remove kidney mass
Rachel Nichols, Matt Barnes and Robert Horry are thrilled Caris LeVert's surgery went well.
Playoff Series
DEN Wins series 4-3
2020-2021 Southwest Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis | 7 | 6 | .538 | 0 | W5 |
| San Antonio | 9 | 8 | .529 | 0 | W1 |
| Dallas | 8 | 9 | .471 | 1 | L2 |
| Houston | 6 | 9 | .400 | 2 | W2 |
| New Orleans | 5 | 10 | .333 | 3 | L3 |
2020-2021 Northwest Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah | 12 | 4 | .750 | 0 | W8 |
| Denver | 10 | 7 | .588 | 2.5 | W4 |
| Portland | 9 | 7 | .563 | 3 | L1 |
| Oklahoma City | 7 | 9 | .438 | 5 | W1 |
| Minnesota | 4 | 12 | .250 | 8 | L1 |